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Wairarapa history brought to life as 1940s newspapers go digital
14 Jun 2026
Around 1,700 editions of the Wairarapa Times-Age from 1944 to1950 are now accessible from anywhere in the world, following the Wairarapa Archives’ involvement in the National Library of New...
The quiet places doing big things in New Plymouth
13 Jun 2026
Local participants in a national survey on the impact of public libraries on community wellbeing have recognised NPDC’s Puke Ariki and Community Libraries as places that boost happiness, strengthen...
Community Impact Survey 2025 results
12 Jun 2026
The results of the second annual Community Impact Survey show that public libraries in Aotearoa are significantly increasing their positive influence on Kiwi communities.
MDC and MTLT partner to make Masterton’s history more accessible in large print
18 Mar 2026
“My dad was a big reader, and in the last two years before he went fully blind, large print books meant he could keep doing what he loved. I’m really excited that these two books will now be...
When Feedback becomes a story worth telling
16 Jan 2026
Following a community impact survey, one library user shared a powerful letter reflecting the everyday care, connection, and wellbeing libraries provide. This story highlights the often-unseen role...
Chipping Away at Barriers: A Collective Journey to a Fines Free Library in Gore
13 Oct 2025
In 2025, Gore Libraries became fully fines free, the result of years of dedication by library leaders committed to equity and inclusion. From removing children’s fines in 2018 to eliminating all...
Connecting the Dots... Public Libraries Supporting Little Libraries to Promote Early Childhood Literacy
07 Oct 2025
Public Libraries New Zealand (PLNZ) proudly supports the Values Trust’s Little Libraries initiative, launched in 2024. By placing award-winning children’s books in early childhood centres across...
Kōrero with Kurī
29 Sep 2025
Public libraries across Aotearoa are embracing Kōrero with Kurī. A much-loved programme where tamariki read to calm, friendly dogs in a relaxed setting. In Hastings, four sessions run weekly...
Puke Ariki Libraries, Museum and the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery | Len Lye Centre bring Story Worlds
10 Sep 2025
A new collaboration between Ngāmotu New Plymouth’s Puke Ariki Libraries and Museum and the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery | Len Lye Centre is exploring new ways of thinking about a very old form of...
New Survey Confirms Public Libraries Are Cornerstones of Kiwi Communities
29 Jul 2025
Public Libraries New Zealand has released the results of a landmark national survey, revealing the far-reaching impact of public libraries on community wellbeing, learning, and digital inclusion...
Digi-Coaches: Supporting digital inclusion in our libraries
14 Jul 2025
Digi Coaches supported customers with patient, one on one help across four Hutt City Libraries — building digital confidence, connection and skills. Their impact was lasting, for customers and...
Te Puke Library's Journey to Hosting Local AA Service Desk
08 Jul 2025
When Te Puke’s AA service was at risk, the local library stepped up. In just weeks, it became a trusted service hub delivering real value for the community every day.